Are you a highly talented and motivated Modelling & Simulation Scientist
with experience in the pharma, cosmetics, crop protection, flavoring, or chemistry industry? ESQlabs is an innovative, internationally acting Contract Research Organization and a global leader in the development and application of the OSP Suite ( We are a research-focused provider of specialized computational analyses in the life sciences industry.
To help us grow our global PBK/QST business, we are looking for a Senior Scientist Systems Toxicology (m/f/d) to strengthen our multi-disciplinary project teams for the successful completion of client goals. Complement a dedicated high-performing team of scientists
Collaborate with colleagues on multi-disciplinary teams to implement quantitative modeling and simulation projects/programs and to provide risk assessment and PBK/QST consultation to other company projects/programs
Support risk assessment protocols, study conduct, data analysis, and report writing with the support of colleagues
Responsible for appropriateness of methods, integrity of data used for analysis, and accuracy of results
Regularly engage with clients regarding the strategic approach, project execution, presentation of results, regulatory implications, and messaging of findings
Ensure the provision of advanced literature searches for project/program-related information
Provide sophisticated written interpretation of material and integrate research findings into project/program methodology and results
Share findings with internal and external project teams; Provide mentoring and feedback to junior scientists
Expand scientific expertise through attendance and presentation at international, national, and regional scientific conferences, client meetings, and government meetings
3+ years (Principal 5+ years) of leading projects and programs
~Expert knowledge in domain-specific modeling software (e.g. Relationship-building skills with the ability to work closely with project leaders and team members
~ Fluency in English (oral and written), German is a plus
PhD, or masters in quantitative sciences (Bioengineering, Applied Math, ...) Or PharmD or PhD in pharmacology, toxicology, or related field with advanced applied mathematics related training
Advanced expertise in kinetics modeling software (e.g. Proficiency in a scripting language for modeling and simulation (ideally R, alternatively MATLAB)
Drug development, Crop protection, Flavoring, etc
The dynamic team behind esqLABS unites people with different backgrounds, spanning disciplines like pharmaceutical sciences, physics, bioinformatics, mathematics, data science, and software engineering. We value flat hierarchies, where everyone can contribute ideas and expertise to develop the best product. We are passionate, always willing to broaden our horizons, and love our start-up culture.
You will also benefit from:
Flexible work hours and a home office policy that focuses on people and not on numbers
A dedicated budget for education programs and conferences you can attend
A working environment in which your contribution will make a difference, and that allows you to take ownership of projects and processes
We collaborate with global corporations in the pharma and chemical industry, as well as start-ups in the life-science technology sector and academic and non-profit research institutions. Our software and model platforms help scientists understand mechanisms of diseases and chemical toxicity to optimize individualized treatment of patients and protect the health of the animal and human life.
ESQlabs has attracted international players as sponsors for the OSP Software development. In addition, funding through national and EU-wide research grants allows us to develop our core technologies continuously.
For more information about our culture, values and benefits visit ourUnique career opportunities - ESQlabs GmbH.
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